One of the best ways to become a better brewer is to enter competitions. Whether you’re a first-time brewer or have years of experience, our competitions give you the chance to receive valuable feedback, compare your beer against BJCP style guidelines, and see how your brewing stacks up against fellow Durban Home Brewers. 

Brew to style

Every three months, Durban Home Brewers hosts a Brew to Style (BTS) competition. Members brew a beer from a selected group of styles taken from the 2015 BJCP Style Guidelines and submit it for judging.

The top three beers receive a certificate, a gift voucher from Beyond Brewing, and, of course, bragging rights. From time to time, winning beers are even selected for a limited commercial brew at one of our local craft breweries.

BTS is about much more than winning. It’s an opportunity to brew styles you may not have tried before, receive constructive feedback from experienced judges and fellow brewers, and continually improve your brewing skills.

How to Enter

Choose one of the eligible beer styles for the current competition and brew your best version. When your beer is ready, submit:

• 3 × 440 ml bottles of each beer entered.
• R50 per entry.
• Your first entry of the year is free for Durban Home Brewers members.
• You may enter as many beers as you like.

Keep an eye on our website and social media channels for the latest competition styles, entry deadlines and bottle drop-off locations. Good luck, and happy brewing!